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Simone Biles just hopped on the nostalgic photography trend that’s taking over social media!

Over the weekend, her friend Kayla Simone planned an epic birthday outing for her special day that included the Olympian striking a pose at the long-standing department store, as reported by PEOPLE. She also shared the shenanigans in a post on social media.

The fun occasion called for them, along with five other friends, to rock denim, and Biles went all in. She opted for a strapless peplum denim dress and a pair of white cowgirl boots. Get it, Simone!

“Best birthday gift to myself EVER. we had so much fun 😂🩵,” Kayla wrote in the post on Instagram.

The video montage captures behind-the-scenes moments with the besties as they get into character for the shoot.

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Simone used her medal-winning skills as she balanced on top of a pyramid the girls formed. The cutest pic included the group posing as they rested their heads on each other’s shoulders.

As of late, the iconic athlete has continued making photogenic memories with her new husband, Jonathan Owens.

Last week, she shared sweet snaps to fans of her with the Green Bay Packers player on the sidelines. During that game against the LA Rams, the Packers won, leading Simone to post “victory monday!!!!!!” on Instagram.

Earlier this month, the newlyweds also had an outdoor photoshoot, capturing the essence of the fall season. In one of the frames, the husband and wife are seen lying on a bed of yellow leaves as their heads face each other.

Simone and Jonathan tied the knot in April after dating for three years, per PEOPLE.

Simone Biles and Aly Raisman are having a reunion!

To the delight of fans, the former U.S. women’s Olympic gymnastics teammates posed together in a TikTok video posted on Friday as they got dressed up for a glam occasion.

“Getting ready together again, but not for a competition this time 🥺🎉,” Biles, 26, wrote in the caption.

“Bittersweet,” she added, tagging Team USA and the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics, referring to the last time she competed alongside Raisman, 29, who retired from professional gymnastics in 2020.

At the beginning of the clip, Raisman — who at the 2016 Rio Olympics won gold alongside Biles and their U.S. teammates in the women’s gymnastics team all-around final —  put her arm around her former teammate as the pair stood smiling in a bathroom wearing matching white robes.

Biles then covered the camera with her hand for a second, before releasing it to reveal her and Raisman posing in glamourous outfits with their hair and make-up done.

Biles looked chic in a white blazer and a black mini dress with black boots. She wore her hair in loose waves and sported a couple of silver chains, completing her look.

Raisman, meanwhile, wore a brown checked blazer with a brown tank top tucked into a pair of brown leather hotpants and brown boots to match.

“My two favorite gymnasts together again!” one fan wrote in reaction to the video. “Yess they are back together!!!!” a second commented as someone else added, “OG GOATS.”

Raisman had another reunion with Biles in June when they pair playfully posed together in photos shared on her Instagram.

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“Look who came to visit!! @simonebiles 💞,” the three-time Olympic gold medalist captioned the snaps at the time.

Raisman attended Biles’ second wedding ceremony to Jonathan Owens earlier this year in May in Cabo San Lucas. The retired professional gymnastics posted photos from the event, including one of her and Biles holding hands at the reception and another posing with Owens, 28, and friends.

“Congrats to @simonebiles & @jowens 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍 💋💋💋💋💋💋” the gymnast wrote alongside a carousel of images from Biles’ special day.

Since retiring from gymnastics, Raisman has turned her hand to writing, and earlier this year she shared with PEOPLE the cover of her children’s book, From My Head To My Toes.

The new book is set for release on April 2, 2024 and aims to teach children about the importance of consent.

“I hope that From My Head To My Toes, which features art by the talented Brittany Jackson, will help empower parents, guardians [and] anyone who picks up this book to talk about consent and body autonomy with kids in a positive and approachable way,” Raisman said in a statement at the time.

Find out what the gymnastics superstar is looking forward to after a record-breaking 2023 World Championships

Simone Biles return trip to World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Antwerp, Belgium, this past week was a complete success as the superstar American won five medals at the 2023 edition, including four golds in the team, all-around, balance beam, and floor exercise finals.

It was her first international competition since the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games in 2021 where she withdrew from the women’s team final and four subsequent individual finals to priortise her mental health as she dealt with what gymnasts call the ‘twisties,’ where the body and mind fall out of sync.

In her return to the sport, Biles has repeatedly talked about being more intentional in what she does, especially outside the gym.

“I think I’m making a bigger effort into taking care of my mind and my body, which includes going to therapy once every week, usually on Thursday is kind of like my therapeutic day and try to take a day for myself,” Biles told Olympics.com in an exclusive interview prior to the Worlds. “I think it’s just really important that I’m taking care of my mind as much as I do my body, especially in this sport and outside of the sport, just being real active in that.”

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It should, then, come as no surprise that Biles has something very normal planned for her return home with the friends and family who have helped her get to this point.

“They’ve been amazing just to keep my mind off of gymnastics, because for a couple of years, whenever I wasn’t in the sport, that’s kind of all I had. We got to hang out, have fun and just like be normal adults,” Biles said of her friends and family back home, after taking her sixth World all-around title. “So, I think it’s been really nice that even when we go back, we’re going to try to go to a winery and stuff like that just to keep it normal.”

The 26-year-old newlywed will also likely head off to meet up with husband Jonathan Owens, who plays for the NFL team Green Bay Pakers. The pair have been long distance since Owens signed the Packers as a free agent almost immediately following their nuptials.

As for what’s next for Biles in her sport, the 2023 competitive season is mostly over in gymnastics. The four-stop World Cup series will begin the first quarter of 2024, but Biles is unlikely to attend. Domestically, her first opportunities to compete could come at the Winter Cup, typically held in February, or May’s U.S. Classic, as she builds towards competing at the Paris 2024 Olympics in France next July.

“Gymnastics is something that I do and it’s not who I am as a person,” said Biles, “and I think it took years to realize that. So it’s kind of nice to break out of that shell.”

Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens, the dynamic power couple, are respected athletes in their respective sports. While Biles is the queen of gymnastics, Owens, on the other hand, is making waves in the NFL world as a safety for the Green Bay Packers. However, the adorable couple, who never shy away from showing off their love, also have a competitive spirit.

The two sportsmen naturally love competition and engage in friendly banter, playfully challenging each other in their contrasting sports. Just months ago, Biles even challenged her husband after his bold claim to handle gymnastics. And now, months later, the rugged NFL hunk has revealed how his wife shadowed him in his sport.
Jonathan Owens overshadowed by Simone Biles

In a recent Packers Pov podcast, Jonathan Owens opened up about his relationship with his wife, Simone Biles, his passion for cooking, and his goals and aspirations as part of the Packers. Owens shared how his wife Simone has a penchant for competition and even once challenged his teammate Christian Watson to a race. Then the interview took a surprising twist when Ownes was asked if the couple works out together, to which he replied, “Um, no. I mean, she’s come to one of my workouts before, and I think I’ve done one of hers, and she said she could do mine a lot easier than I could do hers, which she could do, like the pull-ups, really easy”.

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He continued saying, “That was natural to her. But I stay away from there, so, yeah, they have that”. This revelation showcased Simone’s incredible athleticism, bridging the gap between the grace of gymnastics and the rugged intensity of the NFL. This revelation also came months after Biles had openly challenged her husband.

How has Biles openly challenged her husband?

Months ago, Laureus and Team USA posted an interview with Simone Biles. In the Q&A, Biles was asked to assign different gymnastics apparatus to different renowned athletes. When it came to the vault, she assigned her husband-to-be, Jonathan Owens, who is an NFL player.  She said with a cheeky smile on her face, “So I think on vault I would love to see my fiancé (husband) NFL player Jonathan Owens because he just swears he could do it”.

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Biles, the seven-time Olympian with an impressive repertoire, has not one but five elements to her name on the Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique’s (FIG) Code of Points. And she has two elements in vault alone, namely the “Biles,” which she earned at the 2018 World Championships. And “Biles II,” which she recently earned at the 2023 World Championships in Antwerp, Belgium.

This admission by her husband in his sport not only showcased the playful competitiveness of the gymnastics queen but also underscored the respect Owens holds for his wife’s unparalleled talent and potential as an athlete.

A year ago, amid the joyous sounds of a pre-Christmas period, Simone Biles‘ family was excitedly awaiting a special blessing. The wait ended with unmatched joy on November 25 at the arrival of Ronni Louise Biles. Ronni famously known as Baby Biles is Simone’s older half-brother Ron Biles Jr. and his wife Sammi’s daughter. Ronni not only brought boundless happiness into the family but became her famous aunt’s favorite.

As the pages of the calendar dance in time with one other, the family found themselves on the verge of Ronni’s first birthday, excitedly anticipating news of the lavish plans for the loved and incredibly spoilt child’s celebration.

Simone Biles’ niece soon to be one

“Sorry, I can’t, I’m watching my Aunt TT,” this was the coolest niece Ronni’s update during the greatest gymnast Simone Biles performances. Updates sharing courtesy of her mother Sammi Biles who often shares updates on her Instagram handle @ivfbelieveinbabybiles. In a recent story, Sammi posted the excitement of her beloved daughter’s first birthday just fifteen days away! With the caption, “one WHOLE year.” However, what caught much attention was the added, “I’m not ok” with a white heart.

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In the picture, she flat laid her gorgeous fuffy sleeves white dress with netted faint rainbow deets. There was a picture of the baby pink-themed birthday invite that read, “Ronni is turning 1, join us for a birthday celebration” with hidden venue deets. With a dreamy prep midway until her special day, the parents added, “Please RSVP by November 5th.” With the glitz, also lay a set of bow clips on the bed hinting at an excitingly cute party

Recovering from a health crisis, Sammy had previously disclosed a concerning update on Ronni’s fever during Simone’s World stage performance. Sammi, overcoming hardship with courage, thanked everyone for their unwavering support during Simones’ victories. The endearing bond between Simone and Ronni is proof of strength and some of its accounts sum up the same.

The precious moments of the Biles girls

Here are a few shoutouts that showed the adorable Biles’s aunt-niece moments over the months. Early in the first month, Simone expressed her happiness and wrote Ronni a sweet note, calling her the “perfect little niece” that she is excited to spoil and adore. Taken aback by Ronni’s first Easter photo op, Simone quite enjoyed the warmth of family festivities; Calling Ronni the “princess girl” of the day with fondness. With every passing month since Ronni joined the family, Biles’s Instagram story was an eye feast, especially before her comeback.

Olympic gold medalist and one of the best gymnasts in the world, Simone Biles has never shied away from showing her love for her husband. The American is married to NFL player and Green Bay Packers safety Jonathan Owens.

Recently, Simone once again expressed her undying love and support for her better half on her social media. After it was announced that Owens would be one of three captains of the Green Bay Packers for week 10, Biles was quick to cheer for him.

Reposting the announcement of captains from @packers, Simone Biles wrote,

This is Jonathan Owens’ first season with the Green Bay Packers. Joining him in the role of captain at the Packers vs Pittsburgh Steelers match was cornerback Corey Ballantine and the offensive line’s Zach Tom.

Simone Biles cheers for husband Jonathan Owens

Simone Biles has had quite a hectic 2023. The American got married to Jonathan Owens in May this year and then made a long-awaited return to competitive gymnastics.

The US Classics, which was Biles’ first tournament in over two years after the Tokyo Olympics, proved that the 26-year-old still had what it takes to dominate the sport. Just a couple of months later, Simone Biles swept the medal tally at the 2023 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Belgium, winning medals in all-around and three other events.

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The most successful gymnast to ever exist, Biles is enjoying some time off from competitions. With her season having drawn to a close, Simone has taken up the role of personal cheerleader for the Green Bay Packers and her husband Jonathan Owens.

Biles was initially present for a couple of pre-season games, before making it to the Green Bay Packers vs Chicago Bears season opener in September. Next, she was spotted at the Packers vs Minnesota Vikings game, which unfortunately marked GBP’s fourth consecutive loss of the season. However, fans did enjoy seeing the gymnast root for Owens from the sidelines.

While she wasn’t able to make it to the Green Bay Packers vs Los Angeles Rams game on 5th November, Simone made sure to cheer on her husband and his team, for their third victory of the season, on her social media.

Fans can next expect to see the gymnast at an NFL match in December, as she has mentioned that she will be present at the upcoming Packers vs Chiefs game. With popstar and global sensation Taylor Swift reportedly dating Chiefs’ tight end Travis KelceSimone , fans are hoping for a meet-cute between Biles and Swift.

Simone Biles, the gymnastic GOAT, never fails to cheer on her NFL safety husband Jonathan Owens. Besides gracing the gymnastics mats, the 26-year-old had grown a penchant for NFL technicalities recently. In the same vein, as the 2023 NFL season is currently in its 10th week, Biles shared a moment with her partner.

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Jonathan Owens had currently anchored the Packers team to a well-deserved victory against the Los Angeles Rams. On celebratory notes, the wife shared various stories to show off her winner hubby. Moreover, even the Packers’ Instagram page lauded the safety before their loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. But, the Packers did put up a good competition. Having said so, the Packers’ page had something else to share

Simone Biles’ husband’s captaincy

Sharing the post on their Instagram handle, Green Bay Packers wrote, “Week 10 captains! 🫡 #GBvsPIT #GoPackGo.” The picture featured the fierce men in their gears, moving ahead to crush the competition. Pouring her share of love for Owens, the 4X Olympic gold medalist penned in her Insta story, “LFG BABY.”

Paired with two heart hands, Biles hyped her husband for another display. According to the post, corner Corey Ballantine and Offensive Lineman Zach Tom shared captaincy with him. Though the outcome of the game wasn’t desirable, the lady luck worked. The loss isn’t very heart-wrenching as the score margin is less, 23- 19. Having known so, the next game in the 11th NFL week would be a phenomenal show.

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In the first NFL game against the Minnesota Vikings, Biles graced the bleachers to extend support to her husband. Moving past every Taylor Swift controversy that tried to dim her, the Olympian landed in Wisconsin. While NFL enthusiasts tried to pay attention to the game, they were frequently distracted by the in-game romance of the duo.

When it comes to game wins or losses, the duo is popular for gorgeous date nights. But recently, their post-game celebration with social media posts drew more attention.

The duo celebrates the win

On Packers’ win against the Los Angeles Rams, the  26-year-old Olympian resorted to her Instagram handle to share an adorable photo of the couple. Captioned as “victory monday!!!!!!,” the Owens’ had arms around each other posing with smiles. Both donning Packers’ green and yellow combination, they grabbed a decent media attention.

In response to the post, Owens wrote,  “Let’s gooooo.” He paired the caption with a cheesecake and a firecracker emoji. After a heavy loss against the Vikings, the NFL safety had heaved a sigh of relief with his 9th week win.

Wasn’t 2023 a successful one for US Gymnastics? A year when the athletes’ touching personal stories were equally significant to their incredible professional growth. Consider the case of LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne who found love in MLB great Paul Skenes and finally recovered her footing on the mats. Then there is legendary gymnast Simone Biles who grabbed the spotlight with her triumphant comeback after marrying Jonathan Owens. When word spread that Biles wanted to have a family with Owens, her horde of admirers grew even more devoted to her.

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Amidst these sporting titans, a former gymnast from LSU and member of the USA National team, who has journeyed an identical route, announced her pregnancy. Learning about the same, Dunne and Biles joined in celebrating the newcomer.

Olivia Dunne joined gymnastics GOAT in a hearty welcome

Former American artistic gymnast Alexis “Lexie” Priessman left her impact on the sport by competing for the United States in a number of international championships and joining the National Team from 2010 to 2013. Priessman was also a valuable gymnast for the LSU Tigers throughout the 2015–16 season. Fast forward to now, she married Cory Matthew Heffron, a baseball player, on August 29, 2023, in a beautiful ceremony. “Life is about to get a little bit sweeter!” Priessman wrote in her recent post on Instagram along with adorable photos, expressing her enthusiasm for the new chapter and looking forward to the birth of their bundle of joy.

The couple shared two pictures from their photoshoot; Priessman wore a white puff sleeves top with jeans while Heffron dressed in casual grey jeans and a black tee with a cap. Just pure joy reflecting on their pictures as the retired gymnast further added, “Baby Heffron we can’t wait to meet you 💗💙.” Adding to their happiness, many familiar names joined in. Olivia Dunne wrote, “Congratulations!” with a red heart. Simone Biles also wished the adorable couple, saying, “congrats” with a white heart.

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Just this week, Dunne herself spoke about her balance of newly acquired fame upon becoming an internet celebrity. In an interview with People, she said, “This year I have the best grasp on it. The past few years, juggling NIL or ever since my sophomore year, since the summer of 2021, I’ve definitely had a hard time finding balance.” Not long back, the media was knee-bent on her relationship status confirmation until her boyfriend Paul Skenes finally confessed. Ahead of these two lovebirds stand Biles and Owens who have been open about their future plans in public.

Simone Biles talks about her future babies with husband

In an interview at the beginning of the year, Biles candidly stated that she and her then-fiance Owens wanted to have kids. In their humorous conversation, Biles revealed that there could be a difference in their desired number of children. She said, “He always says he wants a football team, but he usually says three.” However, following that, Biles answered a few questions in an interactive “ask me anything” session on Instagram. One question in particular was if she would like children and how many she would prefer.

Biles said, “yes we want kids. I would say 2 & Jonathan would say 3 is the perfect number.” Later, she added, “I don’t want to be outnumbered lolz,” adding a little levity and honesty to her statement. At the time, their fans also conjectured in a lighthearted manner about Owens’ joke about owning an entire squad of kids. Serving as examples of their exemplary contributors in athletics, these pairs have set a high bar in every milestone they achieve.

Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens made their compelling entrances to the sports scene becoming powerful figures this year. Their romance, which began in the early COVID-19 time, resulted in a happy April wedding. Even though it was difficult to keep up a long-distance relationship, they continued to steal meaningful moments from each other. But in the midst of their enjoyment as individuals, their steadfast dedication to generosity never faltered.

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Last year, Biles received the highest civilian honor in the country, Medal of Freedom, by President Joe Biden at the White House. And, she is still committed to enabling other kids to achieve their goals having been in foster care herself. Now, Owens took the lead as Thanksgiving approached, showing their mutual commitment to giving back to society.

Simone Biles joined by Jonathan Owens for a noble cause

The debate of how many kids the Owens want has hardly taken the backseat when the NFL player dropped in another fatherly cue. However, doing good deeds has always been personal for both Biles and Owens. Since Thanksgiving is around the corner, Owens took to his Instagram and shared a holiday special post. He captioned it, “Excited to announce I’ll be partnering with the Boys and Girls Club of Green Bay and Festival Foods for my second annual Turkey giveaway.” He further added, “Feels amazing being able to bless families and provide lifelong memories for the kids.”

Noting his second holiday-time collaboration, he said, “It’s always been important to me to give back especially during the holidays.” Owens was involved in a similar fun project on July 13th, when he joined a bunch of young football players. He gave the high school children a lesson in football during his visit to the football cadets in St. Louis, Missouri. He smiled as he thought back on it, saying, “Another successful camp in the books!” Now, eager for the next activity, he wrote, “Thank you all for the support, Monday can’t get here fast enough.”

Can a single caring connection help children in foster care become the people they want to be and lead them toward their dreams? No one has walked on this better than Simone Biles, who was adopted at the age of four. Biles often helps kids who are going through similar situations. In partnership with Friends of the Children, she led the charge of bringing the organization’s mission to her native Houston. This program links every kid with a mentor, creating a supportive relationship that lasts for at least 12 years, with the goal of developing long-lasting ties with foster youngsters. While this just happens to be a feather in her wings, the gymnast was also recognized for her humanitarian commitments.

Simone Biles gets rewarded with one of the greatest honor

President Joe Biden announced a list of 17 exceptional individuals who were chosen to receive the esteemed 2022 Presidential Medal of Freedom on July 1, 2022. Following that, on July 7, the honor was given away during a ceremony held at the White House in Washington, D.C.

The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian award in the country and Biles was the youngest recipient of this accolade ever. Although her bright grin at the event said it all, she expressed her gratitude saying, “so honored & thankful to be recognized as a recipient.” Biles and Owens’ recognition of duties in their sports as well as beyond makes them a beloved couple and has rightfully gained a special place in the hearts of fans

Gymnastics athlete or not, Simone Biles has grown to be an icon for many. The 20-time World Gold medalist has conquered her field and beyond to make herself a global star. Following her decision to cut her Tokyo Olympic journey short, Simone recently made her presence back on the field at the 2023 Worlds. The gymnast not only provided an example of prioritizing one’s well-being but also marked her excellent presence winning many hearts and accolades.

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Simone’s performance at the 2023 Worlds was a base for the strong fan base that she holds. Be it little kids choosing Simone as their hero to dress up for Halloween, or honoring the gymnast by wearing her collection, the 26-year-old has found love everywhere. A newer update on the X today, adds on to the stronger image Biles has carried over for years since debut.

Simone Biles receives a new avatar

On the 8th of November, Gymnastics Now took to their X handle to share an exciting post of the gymnastics icon’s newly perceived avatar. The post read, “We asked AI to make Simone Biles a Disney Pixar character, and of course it made her a superhero.” The AI-generated image by the $15 Billion organization can be seen hosting a smiling avatar of Simone as she flaunts a leotard but with a ‘Superman’ sign on the front. And as many would agree, the AI wasn’t in the slightest of the wrongs

Simone’s comeback at the Worlds

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Biles made a comeback on an international level after two whole years of hiatus. However, as she returned, Simone’s vigor on the field remained the same while her outlook towards her extensive presence had stirred differently. During the 2023 World Gymnastics Championship, Simone led the team to their 7th consecutive title. Following up, the icon individually earned 3 golds and a silver; clinching a total of 34 World and Olympic medals, higher than any gymnast ever.

Though Simone’s performance remained as charming as ever, the gymnast revealed that she had learned to take a step back. “I was, like, married to gymnastics,” Simone told Olympics.com, “and now I feel like I’m attached to so many other things and gymnastics is just a part of my day because at the end of my practice, I’m like, ‘Well, I get to go home to a house, to my husband…” Be it on the grounds or off, Simone Biles continues to inspire and set examples.